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Name	Weimaraner	Vizsla	Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origins	Germany	Hungary	United States
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Weimaraner or Vizsla or Vizsla? Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$800-$1200	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd intelligence:	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Vizsla dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Weimaraner, Vizsla and Miniature Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:	Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.	Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.	Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.	Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd coat comparison:	Fine	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Feathered
Colors What are the original Weimaraner, Vizsla and Miniature Australian Shepherd color?	Gray Blue Silver Copper	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Weimaraner or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Yes Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Miniature Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Weimaraner or Vizsla or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?	Not really Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Weimaraner and Vizsla and Miniature Australian Shepherd have?	6-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	2-6 puppies
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Weimaraner vs Vizsla vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	America's Pet Registry American Canine Association, Inc.

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